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June 16, 2025Classroom Management

Free Rewards Students Actually Love (and Cost You $0)

Prize box money adds up fast. These 12 free rewards keep motivation high without spending a dime—and most take zero prep!

$Math Enrichment Activities in the Classroom$

February 20, 2025Teaching Strategies

Math Enrichment Activities in the Classroom

Math enrichment is one of the easiest ways to keep students engaged without adding a ton of extra planning. Here's when to use it, why it matters, and easy ideas you can start using right away.

February 20, 2025Teaching Strategies

Instructional Scaffolding for Math (Simple, Practical, Classroom-Ready)

Instructional scaffolding is the support we give students as they learn new skills and then gradually remove as they become more independent. Here are three easy ways to scaffold math instruction without overcomplicating your planning.

February 20, 2025Teaching Strategies

Why Pre-Teaching Vocabulary in Math Actually Works

Pre-teaching vocabulary is one of the simplest ways to help students feel more confident when starting a new math unit. Here's how to do it effectively.

February 20, 2025Teacher Tips

How to Improve Test Scores in Elementary School (Without the Stress)

Testing isn't everything—but test-taking skills are a real life skill. Here are 7 simple, classroom-tested ways to help your students feel more confident and prepared.

February 20, 2025Decor Inspiration

4 Things to Consider Before Creating Your Dream Classroom (That Actually Works)

A Pinterest-worthy classroom is fun, but the real magic happens when your décor actually helps you teach. Use these 4 simple checkpoints to create a space that feels calm, functional, and easy to maintain all year.

February 20, 2025Teaching Strategies

4 Reasons to Use Math Test Reviews (And How They Build Student Confidence)

Math test reviews can make a huge difference in the classroom—not just for practice, but for student confidence. Here's why they matter and how to use them effectively.

February 20, 2025Crafts

Geometry Activities and Resources That Actually Help During Your Geometry Unit

Geometry can be one of the trickiest units to teach well—not because students can't do it, but because it becomes vocabulary-heavy quickly. Here are 5 activities that make geometry visual, hands-on, and engaging.

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